Philippians 1:28

28and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is aa clear sign to them of their destruction, but bof your salvation, and that from God.

1 Thessalonians 3:3-4

3that no one be moved by these afflictions. For you yourselves know that cwe are destined for this. 4For when we were with you, we kept telling you beforehand that we were to suffer affliction, djust as it has come to pass, and just as you know.

2 Thessalonians 1:5

The Judgment at Christ’s Coming

5This is eevidence of the righteous judgment of God, that you may be fconsidered worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you are also suffering
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